Grant Accountant Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the grant accountant opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for technical expertise to review and recommend procedures to ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local tax regulations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Preparing financial statements and financial management reports
• Scheduling financial analysis and analyzing and interpreting financial information and reports
• Using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and other database computer programs
• Experience using the Banner database system
• Establishing and monitoring internal controls
• Interpreting, explaining and applying laws, regulations, and policies
• Assisting in the education of individuals in policy and procedures
• Assessing risk and conducting audits to ensure compliance

Please consider me for the grant accountant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical assistance to grantees, grantees' program operators on design, documentation and administration of CARES Act and other Federal housing and community development funding.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, written/oral communication, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated sound time management and organizational skills
• Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma, or other quality improvement processes
• Familiarity with federal guidelines in regards to grant/contract administration or other guidelines external to the University
• Interest in working as a member of a team that is focused on exemplary business practices and supporting the mission of the agency and its clients
• Attention to detail in processing and reviewing financial information
• Demonstrated experience with managing complex grant proposals and reports including setting priorities and deadlines, facilitating meetings, delegating responsibilities, and compiling, reviewing, editing, and disseminating information
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including experience developing relationships with various stakeholders, collaborating in a diverse and dynamic team environment, and motivating and inspiring others to action

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the grant accountant position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for updates regarding changes to UA Financials and UAF policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulations.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Monitoring and evaluating account activity
• Windows, Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft proficiency preferred
• Grant accounting, reporting and monitoring experience with grants from US government federal agencies such as HUD, CNCS, USAID
• Prefer knowledge of contract & grant pre and post award management
• Coordinate filing of all documentation (paid invoices, timesheets)
• Proficient in Excel, Access, Hyperion and SFMS
• Knowledge and experience with OAM (Oregon Accounting Manual)
• Knowledge and some experience with federal grants

I am excited to be applying for the position of grant accountant. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for the financial data required to comply with Federal and State regulations and University policy regarding cost and compliance accounting issues.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Familiarity with nuances of Research and Grant accounting
• Knowledge of relevant federal laws, regulations/guidelines governing research and grant accounting and knowledge of contract language
• Sage/MIP software or similar financial software
• Knowledge of general ledger software
• Strong understanding of NIH grants and A-133 audit
• Some knowledge of or familiarity with grant rules and regulations such as OMB Circulars
• Experience in accounting or related field
• Experience extracting data/developing reports from computerized accounting systems

In response to your job posting for grant accountant, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance to supervisors and subordinates in the preparation and submission of annual Financial Statements and supporting schedules in conformity with State and Federal regulations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Apps Suite, and working with data and large quantities of information
• Taking action to promote a positive team climate
• Taking responsibility to contribute to the success of the team
• Command of grant accounting
• Strong familiarity with fund accounting
• Comprehensive knowledge of Raiser's Edge
• Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
• Skill in preparing and maintaining accurate reports, spreadsheets, and fiscal records